Mark: Family Values

1. Jesus shows disrespect for his mother and family by asking, "Who is my mother, or my brethren?" when he is told that his family wants to speak with him. 3:31-34
2. Jesus criticizes the Jews for not killing their disobedient children as required by Old Testament law. (See Ex 21:15, Lev 20:9, Dt 21:18-21) 7:9-10
3. Jesus will reward men who abandon their wives and families. 10:29-30
4. There is no sex or marriage in heaven. 12:18-25
5. In the last days God will make things especially rough on pregnant women. 13:17